Government & Municipals
Fleets switch to Electric - Guide on EV Charging Solutions.
Key Selling Points - Government & Municipals
Information to know:
L2 and DCFC Opportunities
The two main applications for these segments are typically for fleet transitions to EV and offering public charging for the community.
These opportunities are typically put out to bid with set requirements informed by a previous RFI, previous contract, or by a grant program they have applied for.
One thing to be aware of regarding public charging opportunities is that many times, cities may look for a 'host site' model. This model would request bidders to own and operate the charging stations, with the city merely supplying the site. As the partner, do you or anyone you know have an interest in owning and operating these sites?
ZEF Features
Versatility
ZEF Energy can accommodate the 'host site' model by offering DCFC and Level 2 charging options. All these options would be connected to our ZEFNET software, allowing the particular government or municipality to manage them through one program.Charging-as-a-Service
Charging-as-a-Service is attractive for public charging infrastructure to manage cashflow as EV adoption and usage rates grow.For governmental fleet usage, see the “Fleet” section for ZEF’s capabilities.
Qualifying Questions
Gov’t & MUNI - Qualifying Questions
What are the primary objectives of your EV charging project, and how does it fit into your broader sustainability or transportation initiatives?
Can you provide details about the scope of the project, including the number of charging stations planned, target locations, and anticipated timeline for implementation?
What are the specific technical requirements and considerations for the EV charging infrastructure, such as charging speeds, connector types, and network connectivity?
Do you have requirements to ensure regular preventative maintenance and timely response of any technical issues or maintenance requirements with the installed EV chargers to minimize downtime and ensure optimal service availability?
Would it add value to the project to feature custom branding on the charger that reflects the project or the funding program
If it is for private use related to their fleet, you can refer to the “Fleet” questions.
If it is private use related to their employee and workplace, you can refer to the “Workplace” questions.
Core - Qualifying Questions
Can you tell me about the project?
What types of chargers are you looking for? Level 2 or Level 3?
What is your timeline for project completion? When will you need the chargers?
Has budget been allocated for this project? Is it grant dependent?
Would you be interested in Charging-as-a-Service financing options as a lease or loan?
Do you have a partner for installation or will you need a full turnkey quote with installation included?
Do you know if you have the capacity and correct service to add the new chargers or will we need to help coordinate with the utility?
Who else will be included in the decision making process? Would you like to set up a follow up call/meeting/site visit?
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Community EV Charging Flyer
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